"Although now I seem to be constantly patching people up where ever I go, especially when I’m at the skate park with my son."

This year Dallas’ dedication to his training saw him become a regional finalist in the State Government Training Awards and captain the New Acland team to victory in the Southern Region Mines Rescue Challenge last month.

The challenge puts teams from mines across the region through a series of real life rescue simulations including road crashes, fires and search and rescue scenarios.

"The training has given me so much confidence not only when it comes to emergency situations but also in my day to day job," Dallas said.

"I use the skills I have learnt every day, whether it is at work, at home or out in the community. It’s great to know you have the skills and confidence to help people in just about any situation.

"I’m always telling my work mates to look for opportunities to increase their knowledge and skills.

"In fact, if I was to ever leave the mines I would go to university and study to become a full paramedic."